How to Make Handmade Dress Boots - Manufacturing Process

Watch a detailed 17-minute manufacturing video showcasing the intricate process of creating high-end handmade dress boots through a partnership between Nicks Handmade Boots and Parkhurst. Follow the complete production journey from initial cutting to final finishing, featuring the iconic 602 last with classic stitchdown construction. Learn about specialized bootmaking techniques including cutting, skiving, sewing, lasting, bottoming, sole stitching, heeling, and sanding. Discover the unique features of these boots, including their lower volume design for a snug fit, rounded yet low-profile toebox, tapered arch, and contoured instep that provides natural arch support. Observe the meticulous craftsmanship that goes into creating these American-made boots through each detailed manufacturing step.